Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training

1. Knowledge is power: The special populations portion in a typical 200 hour YTT only covers the most basic aspects of prenatal yoga modifications. While you may learn about some contraindicated poses, there are many issues you will find yourself unprepared for in a live yoga class. You probably never covered issues such as diastasis recti or placenta previa. Do you know what SPD is? These are conditions that will greatly affect how a student practices yoga and can cause real harm if a teacher doesn’t know how to properly modify or avoid certain poses for them. Also, if a client asks why a pose is contraindicated, isn’t it great to have the answer?

2. It’s good for business: Having a good prenatal yoga teacher training under your belt sets you apart and opens up new opportunities in a competitive field. Let’s face it, the yoga market, especially in major cities, is saturated with aspiring yoga teachers. When you are able to teach more styles of classes and accommodate more students in those classes, more studios want to hire you. Most of my teaching opportunities started with prenatal yoga and grew from there. It can be challenging to get your foot in the door at a yoga studio especially as a new teacher. A prenatal teacher training opens that door much wider for you.

3. Confidence: Do you low key panic when a pregnant student walks into your vinyasa class? If you do, your students probably notice it. In my time as a Prenatal Yoga Teacher, I have received consistent feedback from my clients about their experiences in public classes. They can sense when their teacher doesn’t feel comfortable having them in class. This makes the client feel uncomfortable too. If you are like me, your priority as a yoga teacher is to make sure your students see your class as a safe space, a sanctuary where they can let go and immerse themselves in their practice. Expanding your knowledge on how to accommodate pregnant students in a variety of classes goes a long way in boosting your confidence and your clients will notice.

4. Knowledge is surprising: When I took my prenatal yoga teacher training, the most surprising thing for me was how much pregnant students could actually do. With the right knowledge and understanding I was able to easily include pregnant students in any class I taught. It’s a great feeling.

5. Pregnant students will be coming to your class: Not only does yoga help relieve a lot of the discomforts of pregnancy, it’s Doctor recommended. OBGYNs recommend exercise to expecting parents because of the many benefits to pregnancy outcomes. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, exercising during pregnancy may reduce the risk of complications like gestational diabetes, preeclampsia and the need for cesarean delivery. (https://www.acog.org/Patients/FAQs/Exercise-During-Pregnancy). Yoga is a versatile form of exercise that is accessible to a variety of people. That and the relaxing benefits of yoga means more pregnant students will be finding their way to your classes!

6. Flexibility: Lovely Birth offers flexible options to fit into your schedule and budget. You can sign up for our Intro to Prenatal Yoga for 15 CEU’s or continue on for the full 85 hour Prenatal Teacher Training. We offer additional Postnatal Yoga training that can count for an additional 15 CEU’s. You choose how far you want to take it.

7. Support: In our training, we offer supportive guidance every step of the way. You will have several opportunities to practice teaching what you learn with your fellow students and teachers. We will also cover various scenarios that might come up for you in your classes and figure out how to handle them together. Finally, you will be able to observe live prenatal classes.

8.It’s an honor: If you choose to complete the full training and lead your own prenatal yoga classes, you will quickly see what an honor it is to be part of such a transformative time in a person’s life. Women go through some intense changes physically, emotionally and spiritually while they are pregnant. Being a resource for them during their Motherhood journey is incredibly special and fulfilling.

9. Community and connection: We will always be in your village. Our Lovely Birth teachers are available to answer any questions you have or to discuss any doubts regarding your career as a Prenatal Yoga Teacher.